Royal Caribbean has officially commenced the construction phase for its fifth Icon Class vessel, marking a significant development in the company’s long-term growth strategy. The project began in January 2026 with a traditional steel-cutting ceremony at the Meyer Turku shipyard Read More …
Disney Cruise Line officially accepted delivery of its largest vessel to date, the Disney Adventure, on December 16, 2025, from the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany. Weighing in at 208,000 gross tons and designed to accommodate up to 6,700 guests, Read More …
MSC Cruises has finalized a landmark agreement with Germany’s Meyer Werft shipyard for the construction of four next-generation cruise ships, with an option for two additional vessels. This marks a new shipbuilding partnership for MSC Cruises, which has historically relied Read More …
On October 23, 2025, Celebrity Cruises achieved two significant milestones for its Edge Series at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard. The company formally took delivery of its newest vessel, Celebrity Xcel, and simultaneously announced the name of the sixth ship Read More …
This October, the cruise industry is buzzing with activity as several popular ships undergo scheduled drydocks to enhance the future travel experience for guests. These periods of maintenance and refurbishment are a vital part of the industry, ensuring that every Read More …
The Harmony of the Seas is preparing for an exciting refurbishment in April 2026, which will introduce a host of fantastic new features and enhancements. A standout upgrade will be the expansion of its casino, which is set to become Read More …
Carnival Cruise Line is celebrating a wonderful milestone as construction officially begins on its newest Excel-class ship, Carnival Festivale. A traditional keel laying ceremony was held at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany, where commemorative coins inscribed with musical notes Read More …
The new Star Seeker yacht, the first Star Class new build for small ship line Windstar Cruises, has floated out of the building dock, touching water for the first time at the WestSEA Shipyard in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. A float out is a maritime tradition Read More …